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08/08/2026

Velana Airport (MLE) recorded its highest-ever monthly transshipment cargo volume in July 2026, handling more than 2,000 tonnes during the month. The airport also achieved its highest monthly sea-to-air (S2A) cargo volume since the service began in 2024.

Sea-to-air cargo reached a record monthly volume, while the airport expanded its multimodal network with its first Cambodia-origin shipment and plans new services.

07/08/2026

✈️ Cargo Shots by The STAT Trade Times presented by HACTL - 07 August 2026

This week, global air cargo is powered by strong financial performance, AI-driven demand, expanding freighter networks, and major industry transitions.

Hosted by Shefali Ranawat, CargoShots presented by Hactl brings you the stories shaping the industry:

📌 This week's highlights:
• Lufthansa Cargo reports a 47% surge in H1 2026 profit.
• Cathay Pacific Cargo records 24% revenue growth, driven by AI and data centre demand.
• FedEx launches a new Guangzhou–Sydney The Boeing Company 777 freighter service.
• Amazon.comAir introduces Odyssey, its newest branded Boeing 767 freighter.
• MASkargo shifts Mumbai freighter operations to Navi Mumbai International Airport.
• Air India appoints Tewolde Gebremariam as CEO & Managing Director.
• A former Jet Airways Boeing 777 departs India for freighter conversion, marking the end of an era.

From record profits and expanding cargo networks to fleet modernisation and industry leadership changes, air cargo continues to evolve with greater resilience and global connectivity.

🎥 Watch the latest CargoShots episode and stay informed on the stories driving the future of air cargo.

👉 Watch now: https://youtu.be/4s5uUJ7vImM

Cargo Shots by The STAT Trade Times presented by HACTL - 07 August ...

07/08/2026

Amazon.com is reshaping the leadership of its logistics network, moving two senior executives into broader roles across the middle mile and last mile as the company brings its air, ground and sortation operations closer together.

Amazon is reshaping its logistics leadership, with Raoul Sreenivasan expanding his role from Global Air to lead middle mile and Joanne Rzeppa taking charge of last mile.

07/08/2026

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (P*K) has supported National Airlines in completing its longest-ever cargo flight, transporting a critical aerospace component from Prestwick to Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia, for a grounded aircraft.

The time-critical charter carried an aerospace component to Australia for a grounded aircraft, highlighting the airport's cargo handling capabilities and 24/7 operations.

06/08/2026

Air freight rate premiums that surged following the escalation of the Middle East conflict in late February continue to ease, with little indication of a traditional peak season lifting demand, according to Xeneta's latest market data and analysis. The air cargo intelligence platform expects the global market to experience a softer second half of 2026 despite a strong start to the year.

Xeneta expects a softer second half of 2026 as air freight rates ease, peak season demand weakens, and geopolitical uncertainties continue to shape the market.

06/08/2026

Air India has turned to one of aviation's most respected leaders for its next phase of transformation.

The airline has appointed Tewolde Gebremariam as its new CEO & Managing Director following a global search.

Over 36 years at Ethiopian Airlines, including more than a decade as Group CEO, he transformed the carrier into Africa's largest and most profitable airline, expanding its fleet, global network, MRO capabilities and training infrastructure.

Now, he takes charge of Air India at a critical time—following fleet expansion, integration under the Tata Group, record losses in FY26 and the aftermath of last year's Ahmedabad crash.

06/08/2026

Riyadh Air has officially entered the Indian market with the launch of its first-ever Mumbai service. But did you know the aircraft wasn't wearing the airline's iconic lavender livery?

In this episode of Business of Cargo, we explore the story behind Riyadh Air's India debut, the significance of the new Mumbai route, and how the airline is rapidly building its global network.

The daily The Boeing Company 787-9 service not only strengthens passenger connectivity but also adds valuable belly cargo capacity between Saudi Arabia and India. In fact, the return flight from Mumbai carried around 20 tonnes of cargo, highlighting the route's commercial potential from day one.

The video also looks at Riyadh Air's expansion plans, new aircraft orders, cargo strategy, partnerships, and its ambitious Vision 2030 roadmap.

06/08/2026

MASkargo will shift its Mumbai freighter operations from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) from September, adding another international widebody freighter operator to NMI's growing cargo network.

MASkargo will shift its Mumbai freighter operation to Navi Mumbai International Airport from September, initially operating one weekly A330-200F service.

06/08/2026

As Riyadh Air celebrates its India debut with the launch of its Mumbai service, here's a look back at an exclusive conversation that offers valuable insight into the airline's long-term vision.

In this exclusive interview, Pravin Singh, Global Head of Cargo at Riyadh Air, shares how the airline plans to build a global cargo network under Saudi Vision 2030, its expansion strategy, digital transformation, partnerships, and the roadmap towards becoming a leading air cargo player.

🎙️ Interview by Reji John, Editor, The STAT Trade Times, recorded in febraury at air cargo India 2026 in Mumbai.

Disclaimer: This interview was recorded during air cargo India 2026 (February 2026). It is being reshared following Riyadh Air's recent launch of services to Mumbai, providing context to the airline's expansion strategy and Vision 2030 ambitions.

Watch the exclusive conversation. https://youtu.be/SjrBeWvApHo

06/08/2026

Cathay Pacific Cargo reported a strong first-half performance for 2026, with revenue rising 23.9% year-on-year to HK$13.81 billion as sustained demand for cargo capacity, particularly for high-value technology shipments supporting the data centre industry and artificial intelligence boom, drove growth across its network. Cargo volumes increased 8.5% to 869,000 tonnes, while cargo yield climbed 18.1% to HK$3.06 per available freight tonne kilometre, reflecting disciplined capacity management and strong customer demand.

Results were boosted by the carriage of high-value technology products to support the data centre industry and AI boom.